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"Your complexion is not very good, is it not good to eat badly?" Doctor Li Huiwen said as she looked at the face of the mover Liu Zhiqiang.
Liu Zhiqiang is a hard-working mover, and because of the hot weather these days, there is a lot of moving business. Just now, when he was carrying furniture with his colleagues, he was accidentally hit by a heavy object on his toe, and his foot jumped in pain. Colleagues rushed him to the hospital to treat the wound, only to run into the doctor Li Huiwen in the emergency room.
After some examination and bandaging, Dr. Li found that Liu Zhiqiang's face was a little pale and recommended that he have a comprehensive medical examination. The results showed that Liu Zhiqiang's health was not ideal, especially his blood pressure was high and his blood lipids were also a little problematic. Dr. Lee decided to take the opportunity to educate him about diet and health.
"Master Liu, do you usually like to eat heavy foods, such as soy sauce and monosodium glutamate?" Dr. Lee asked.
Liu Zhiqiang nodded, and said a little embarrassedly: "Yes, I always feel tasteless when cooking, and I like to put more soy sauce and monosodium glutamate." ”
Dr. Li nodded and said, "Actually, eating more soy sauce and MSG is harmful to health, especially for people who regularly eat these two types of condiments, the risk of early death will be greatly increased. ”
First: the dangers of soy sauce
Dr. Lee went on to explain:
Dr. Li gave an example: "I had a patient, Lao Wang, who was very fond of eating heavy food when he was young, and he had to put a lot of soy sauce in every meal. As a result, he was diagnosed with high blood pressure at a young age, and later was diagnosed with stomach cancer, and eventually passed away. Doctors believe that this has a lot to do with his long-term intake of large amounts of soy sauce. ”
Second: the harm of monosodium glutamate
"What about MSG?" Liu Zhiqiang asked.
Dr. Lee continued:
He further explained: "According to the World Health Organization's recommendation, adults should not consume more than 2 grams of sodium per day, but many people already exceed the standard with soy sauce and MSG alone.
Long-term excessive sodium intake will not only lead to high blood pressure, but also increase the risk of stroke, heart disease and other factors. ”
Dr. Lee also mentions:
"I have a patient, Xiao Zhang, who liked to eat MSG seasoned foods when he was young, and as a result, he often had headaches and chest tightness. Later, after examination, it was found that his blood pressure was already very high. The doctor advised him to quit MSG and adjust his eating habits, and his blood pressure gradually returned to normal. ”
Third: How to reduce the intake of soy sauce and monosodium glutamate
"So how do I adjust my diet?" Liu Zhiqiang asked.
Dr. Li smiled and said, "First of all, try to minimize the use of soy sauce and MSG, which can be replaced with natural condiments, such as green onions, ginger, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, etc. Secondly, pay attention to controlling the intake of table salt, and the daily salt intake should not exceed 6 grams. Finally, eat plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables and maintain a balanced diet. ”
He added:
Dr. Liu gave an example: "I have a patient, Aunt Wang, who likes to use a lot of soy sauce and MSG for cooking, and as a result, his blood pressure is always high. Later, she followed the doctor's advice and switched to natural flavorings, and her blood pressure gradually stabilized, and her mental state was much better. ”
Liu Zhiqiang nodded frequently when he heard this, although his toes were still aching, but these health knowledge made him feel the care and professionalism of the doctors. He decided that when he returned, he would definitely change his eating habits, reduce the use of soy sauce and MSG, and choose healthier condiments.
The doctor's words are always justified, especially for those who like to eat heavy foods, and they sound especially intimidating. However, everyone's physical condition is different, and the specific adjustment needs to be determined according to individual circumstances. However, healthy eating habits have been deeply imprinted in Liu's mind.
Just as Liu Zhiqiang was about to leave the hospital, Dr. Li suddenly thought of something and added: "By the way, Master Liu, your profession is a moving worker, and your work intensity is high, so you usually pay more attention to rest and eat a balanced diet to avoid overwork, and weakened immunity will also aggravate health problems." ”
Liu Zhiqiang thanked him gratefully and returned to his work with the doctor's advice. Although the summer heat made it unbearable for him at times, for the sake of his health, he decided to strictly control his eating habits and avoid those factors that can cause health problems.
The story is over, but the health problem still persists. The question arises: in addition to soy sauce and MSG, what other common condiments and foods can have adverse health effects, and how should they be identified and avoided?
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1. High-sugar condiments
How to avoid it: Minimize the use of high-sugar flavorings, choose natural sweeteners such as stevia or a small amount of fruit instead of syrup and honey.
Example: Mr. Wang likes to season with a lot of honey for breakfast, and as a result, his blood sugar rises and he is diagnosed with diabetes. The doctor advised him to switch to stevia and control his diet, and his blood sugar gradually returned to normal.
2. High-salt condiments
High-salt condiments, such as pickles and pickled products, can cause problems such as high blood pressure and heart disease. Long-term intake of high-salt foods will increase the burden on the kidneys and affect kidney function.
How to avoid it: Reduce the intake of high-salt condiments, choose fresh ingredients, and use more natural spices to flavor them, such as coriander, basil, etc.
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3. Processed foods
Processed foods such as canned food, sausages, etc., usually contain a lot of additives, preservatives, and high-salt and high-sugar ingredients. Long-term intake increases the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancer, etc.
How to avoid it: Try to choose fresh ingredients, eat less processed foods, and cook your own meals to ensure that the ingredients are healthy.
Case: Mr. Li was busy with work and often ate canned food, but his blood lipids were found to be high during the physical examination. The doctor advised him to cook his own meals, choose fresh ingredients, and gradually return his blood lipid levels to normal.
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How to identify and avoid unhealthy condiments and foods?
Identifying and avoiding unhealthy condiments and foods is key to staying healthy. Here are some specific suggestions:
Method: Use natural flavorings in cooking, such as lemon juice instead of salt and vanilla instead of MSG.
Trans fats increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, and many processed foods such as biscuits, cakes, and frozen foods contain trans fats.
How to avoid it:
Case: Mr. Wang likes to eat all kinds of biscuits and cakes, and as a result, his blood lipids are high during the physical examination.
Through these methods, it is possible to effectively identify and avoid unhealthy condiments and foods, maintain healthy eating habits, and reduce the risk of early death.
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